Find out more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs Education